M.Pharm. in Pharmacology 

at JNTUK, Kakinada

For the MBA course, the total course fee at JNTUH ranges between INR 54,000 and INR 3 Lacs. For B.Tech and M.Tech courses, the course fee ranges between INR 30,000 and INR 4.15 Lacs and INR 56,000 - INR 2.28 Lacs, respectively. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Kakinada offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral-level programmes for students such as B.Tech, B.Pharma B.Arch Pharma. D M.Tech, M.Pharma MCA MBA, MAM, and Ph.D. under various disciplines. The admissions are based on national-level entrance tests or merit basis.

As per the Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) admission is based  EAMCET (Engg, Agriculture & Medical Common Entrance Test). However, the university other entrance exams for admission to its UG and PG courses. Tabulated below are cousre-wise entracnec exams accepted by JNTUK: 

{Source: B.Pharma students & alumni}

Based on the feedback from students and alumni, here's a summary of the pros and cons:

Pros:

* Some faculty members are knowledgeable and helpful
* Relevant coursework (although the curriculum may not match industry requirements)
* Opportunities for placements, although not guaranteed (around 30-40% of students get placed)

Cons:

* Poor infrastructure: Wi-Fi strength is weak, classrooms are inadequate, and libraries lack essential resources
* Limited internship opportunities (not fully developed)
* Low salary packages (the highest being around 4 LPA)
* Some faculty members are unqualified or lack concern for students' needs
* Hostel conditions are subpar (congested, poorly maintained, and lacking basic amenities)

In conclusion, pursuing B.Pharma at JNTUK can be a challenging experience due to the limitations mentioned above. While some faculty members are knowledgeable, the overall infrastructure and resources leave much to be desired. Students should weigh these factors carefully before making a decision.

Recommendation: Students considering JNTUK for B.Pharma should focus on developing skills outside of academics, such as networking and building relationships with professionals in the field, to increase chances of successful placements. Additionally, students should prioritize seeking guidance from experienced faculty members who demonstrate concern for students' growth.

To get admission to any of the UG & PG courses at JNTUK, candidates must fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria as per the course requirements. Check the following table to get detailed eligibility criteria for JNTUK UG & PG courses:

Courses	Eligibility
BTech	Twelve years of school education with 45% aggregate
MBA	Bachelor's Degree with 50% aggregate
MCA	Bachelor's Degree with 50% aggregate: 50 %
MPharma	Bachelor's Degree with 50-55% aggregate
BPharma	Twelve years of school education with 45% aggregate
PharmD	Twelve years of school education with 45% aggregate
MPharma	Bachelor's Degree with 50% aggregate
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BArch	Twelve years of school education with 50% aggregate
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At Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) in Kakinada, one needs to fulfill one of the following requirements in order to be eligible for a free seat: 

To get seat at JNTU Kakinada candidate must qualify the entrance exam for popular course such as BTech, MBA, MCA, BPharm, etc. Admission to these courses are granted based on several state/ national-level entrance exam. Interested candidates must apply on the offcial websites of the accepting entrance exams for the respective courses. Check the following table for the selection criteria for JNTUH UG & PG courses:

Course	Selection criteria
BTech	JEE Main/ AP EAMCET+ counselling
BPharma	AP EAMCET
BArch	AP EAMCET
PharmD	AP EAMCET
MTech	GATE/ AP PGECET + Counselling
MCA	AP PGECET/ AP ICET
MBA	APICET / TSICET + Counselling
PhD	UGC NET/ CSIR NET/ GATE/ Andhra Pradesh RCET followed by Interview

The highest package offered during JNTUK CSE and ECE placements 2024 stood at INR 35 LPA. Further, as per the NIRF report 2024 released by the University, the key highlights of JNTUK placements 2023 as compared with 2022 and 2021 are presented below:

Particulars	BTech Placement Statistics (2021)	BTech Placement Statistics (2022)	BTech Placement Statistics (2023)
Median package	INR 4 LPA	INR 4.46 LPA	INR 4.7 LPA
Total students	345	345	353
Students placed	218	274	314
Students opted for higher studies	23	65	30
Particulars	Integrated BTech-MTech Placement Statistics (2021)	Integrated BTech-MTech Placement Statistics (2022)	Integrated BTech-MTech Placement Statistics (2023)
Median package	INR 3.55 LPA	INR 3.85 LPA	INR 3.55 LPA
Total students	20	19	18
Students placed	10	9	4
Students opted for higher studies	9	8	14
Particulars	MTech Placement Statistics (2021)	MTech Placement Statistics (2022)	MTech Placement Statistics (2023)
Median package	INR 3.53 LPA	INR 5.02 LPA	INR 3.6 LPA
Total students	220	222	226
Students placed	145	96	85
Students opted for higher studies	0	0	5

JNTUK average package data 2024 is not released. However, according to the NIRF report 2024 released by the University, the course-wise median package offered during JNTUK placements over the past three years are presented below:

Course	Median Package (2021)	Median Package (2022)	Median Package (2023)
BTech	INR 4 LPA	INR 4.46 LPA	INR 4.7 LPA
Integrated BTech-MTech	INR 3.55 LPA	INR 3.85 LPA	INR 3.55 LPA
MTech	INR 3.53 LPA	INR 5.02 LPA	INR 3.6 LPA

According to data gathered from unofficial sources, Engineering sector has placed the most no. of JNTUK students. The sector-wise JNTUK alumni placement statistics are presented below:

Note: The above-mentioned alumni data is gathered from unofficial sources, hence may vary.